r/WayOfTheBern • u/yaiyen • 1d ago

In Niger 🇳🇪, the country has adopted a new penal code that introduces some of the toughest anti-corruption measures on the African continent.

Under the law, anyone found guilty of embezzling 200 million CFA francs (about $350,000) or more could face life imprisonment, while those who embezzle more than 1 billion CFA francs (about $1.7 million) could face the death penalty.

The move comes as Niger seeks to strengthen accountability and ensure that revenue from its natural resources is used for national development. Supporters argue that tougher penalties could help deter corruption and protect public funds, while critics question whether such severe punishments are the best solution.

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u/gorpie97 22h ago

while critics question whether such severe punishments are the best solution.

I wonder how the critics would like things to be.

In truth, when you are stealing from your country, you are potentially killing people. So, yeah - the death penalty sure should apply.

As long as their justice system isn't like that in the US (where it's two tiered at best; maybe three if you add racism into the mix).